George J. Maguolo letter to Folks - August 14, 1918
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[sketch of Maguolo in the hospital] Take a look at me now! [August] 14, 1918 Base Hospital #15 Dear Folks – Your letters of June 20 and July 5 reached me about three wks ago. I was particularly glad to know the letters that reached you and that you do write me once in a while. A little calculation shows that 15% of my [ms torn: 2 lines] the list you sent I can see why you did not get the photos and other things of interest. Thanks for the wireless diagram. I have completed the book of diagrams and sent them on the
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way. Me thinks it will win me a promotion after all, but I make no promises for fear of being dissapointed. In your letter you speak of subscribing to the Stars & Stripes. I have already subscribed for you and you should receive a copy a week for July, August, & September I shall be degighted to get the St. Louis papers but have seen nothing as yet. – The Boston papers come to me regularly. I was well pleased with Louis’ success at School but think he will make big mistake if he does not continue in some college or university. Its the educated and trained man who counts – the others are out of luck. Mr. Berlendes has probably told you I am in the Hospital. Shortly after returning from
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Paris, I was siezed with severe pains in the right lung. These became so painful one night that I was taken away in an ambulance. A diagnosis showed I had pleurisy. Two weeks have passed and I have recovered considerably. Probably a couple of more weeks will find me well again. I am on my feet now and take life easy in the sun & fresh air. Am given splendid treatment with excellent meals. Thanks to the American Red Cross. I have heard from Emil Reutner who is now over here. [ms torn: 2 lines] Regards to all Sincerely [Corporal] [George] Maguolo 29th Engineers Co. H. [General Headquarters] [American Expeditionary Forces] [censors signature] P. S. Did Jule Blumer ever get into service?
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| Title | George J. Maguolo letter to Folks - August 14, 1918 |
| Creator | Maguolo, George J. |
| Source | Maguolo, George J. Letter to Folks. 14 August 1918. George J. Maguolo Papers, 1917-1945. A0969. Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, Missouri. |
| Description | George J. Maguolo wrote a letter to his parents on August 14, 1918 while in France. Maguolo was in the 29th Engineers Company H and served in France until 1919. Maguolo wrote this letter from the base hospital. Maguolo was hospitalized because he had severe pains in his right side and was diagnosed with pleurisy. This letter was written on Y.M.C.A. letterhead. |
| Subject LCSH | World War, 1914-1918; World War, 1914-1918--War Work-- Red Cross |
| Subject Local | WWI; World War I; Base Hospital #15 |
| Site Accession Number | A0969 |
| Contributing Institution | Missouri History Museum |
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| Date Original | August 14, 1918 |
| Language | English |